Head Over Heels: All Episode Release Schedule, Plot, Cast & Streaming Details

The 2025 Korean TV show Head Over Heels (also known as Gyeonwoo and the Fairy) is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about k-dramas of the year. A mix of fantasy, romance, and modern-day comedy, this Korean TV series reimagines the popular Korean folktale of Gyeonwoo and Jiknyeo—giving it a fresh twist. The show stars Kim Se-jeong and Bae In-hyuk in the lead, supported by a solid ensemble including Joo Woo-jae and Lee Joo-bin. The drama is directed by Lee Jung-hyo, known for Crash Landing on You, and is produced by Studio Dragon and CJ ENM. Airing on tvN, with episodes also available on streaming platforms, the series follows the lives of two modern lovers entangled in a love that feels both destined and doomed.

In this article, we break down the plot, list all cast members, share the complete episode release schedule, explore its filming locations, and answer where and when you can stream this 2025 K-drama.

Plot Overview:

At its heart, Head Over Heels tells the story of Gyeonwoo (played by Bae In-hyuk), a hardworking civil servant who’s oddly unlucky in love—until he meets Jiknyeo (Kim Se-jeong), a mysterious and bold woman who’s seemingly fallen from another world. Their paths cross under strange celestial circumstances, hinting at a deeper cosmic connection. But there’s a catch—Jiknyeo is no ordinary woman. She’s a fairy who once lived in the heavenly realm, now trapped on Earth, and struggling to navigate human emotions and bureaucracies. As the two grow closer, secrets unravel, and their love story becomes a modern echo of the ancient myth. The show blends real-world settings with fantasy undertones, exploring themes of fate, identity, love, and memory, while anchoring its story in relatable daily life challenges.

Cast & Characters of ‘Head Over Heels’:

 

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• Kim Se-jeong as Jiknyeo
  A fairy exiled from the heavens. Confident, curious, and oddly out of place in the human world.
• Bae In-hyuk as Gyeonwoo
  A civil servant with a gentle heart and a logical mind. He’s drawn to Jiknyeo despite her many oddities.
• Joo Woo-jae as Oh Gong-myung
  Gyeonwoo’s colleague and skeptical friend. Offers comic relief but also acts as Gyeonwoo’s sounding board.
• Lee Joo-bin as Yoon Seo-ah
  A mysterious woman from Jiknyeo’s past who may have deeper ties to the celestial realm.
• Go Kyu-pil, Kim Nam-hee, Park Kyung-hye, and Kim Young-ah appear in recurring roles that support the fantasy-meets-reality narrative structure.

All Episode Release Schedule of ‘Head Over Heels’:

Head Over Heels airs on tvN every Monday and Tuesday at 8:50 PM KST, starting June 24, 2025. The show is expected to have 16 episodes.

Episodes will also be available on streaming platforms shortly after airing, depending on regional licensing.

When and Where to Stream?

Head Over Heels airs exclusively on tvN in South Korea. For international viewers, the drama will be available on TVING and potentially Netflix or Viki, depending on licensing deals. Official confirmation on global streaming rights is expected closer to the premiere. Episodes typically drop within a few hours to 24 hours after their Korean TV broadcast. Keep an eye out for subtitles in English and other languages, especially on platforms like Viki that specialize in K-dramas.

Filming Locations:

Head Over Heels was shot across multiple scenic locations in South Korea. Urban scenes were filmed in Seoul, particularly around Mapo and Gangnam districts. More fantasy-heavy sequences were captured in Jeju Island, known for its mystical landscapes and natural beauty—perfect for representing the “otherworld” elements in the show. A few key romantic moments were reportedly filmed at Seopjikoji Coast, a location popular among K-dramas for its cinematic backdrop.

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